Radhanagar Purba - Gosaba, South 24 Parganas
Radhanagar Purba is a village situated in the Gosaba subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 29.8 km from Gosaba and around 90.9 km from Alipore. Radhanagar-taranagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Radhanagar Purba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Radhanagar Purba is 335121. The village covers a total geographical area of 439.1 hectares and falls under the 743370 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 96 km away.
Radhanagar Purba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Radhanagar Purba
As per Census 2011, Radhanagar Purba village has a total population of 4,583 people, consisting of 2,347 males and 2,236 females. The village has 914 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 675 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,903 literate and 1,680 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,413 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 335 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Radhanagar Purba are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,583 | 2,347 | 2,236 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 675 | 349 | 326 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,413 | 732 | 681 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 335 | 172 | 163 |
| Literate Population | 2,903 | 1,613 | 1,290 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,680 | 734 | 946 |
Nearby Villages of Radhanagar Purba
Radhanagar Purba is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Joygopalpur | North-East | 2.48 km |
| Radhanagar Paschim | West | 2.52 km |
| Korakati | North | 2.56 km |
| Amtali | South-East | 3.76 km |
| Chimta | East | 4.32 km |
| Dhuchnikhali | North | 4.92 km |
| Manipur | North-East | 5.06 km |
| Chhota Molla Khali | South | 5.77 km |
| Durgamandap | North | 5.78 km |
| Atapur | North-East | 6.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Radhanagar Purba
Radhanagar Purba is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Canning, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Canning to Radhanagar Purba is about 96 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Radhanagar Purba is about 90.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Radhanagar Purba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Radhanagar Purba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Radhanagar Purba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Radhanagar Purba village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Radhanagar Purba
Where is Radhanagar Purba located?
Radhanagar Purba village is located in Gosaba Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Radhanagar Purba?
The Gram Panchayat of Radhanagar Purba is Radhanagar-taranagar.
What is the pincode of Radhanagar Purba?
The pincode of Radhanagar Purba is 743370.
What is the population of Radhanagar Purba?
Radhanagar Purba has a total population of 4,583, including 2,347 males and 2,236 females.
How many households are there in Radhanagar Purba?
There are 914 households in Radhanagar Purba.
What is the literacy rate in Radhanagar Purba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Radhanagar Purba is 63.34%. Male literacy is 68.73% and female literacy is 57.69%.